McKell Park

McKell Park

Location

Northern end of Darling Point Road, Darling Point. View a Google map of location.

The park is on the shores of Sydney Harbour with views of the Harbour Bridge to the west and Sydney Heads to the east

Description

The park comprises grassed landscape terraces stepping down to the harbour foreshore and the public ferry wharf.

The Park is often used for wedding ceremonies as it has superb Harbour views and manicured gardens surrounded by magificant mature trees. The Harbour and the well maintained gardens provide a perfect backdrop for any special occasion. It is a great vantage point to view Sydney Harbour activities. The heritage listed Canonbury Cottage is the centrepiece of the Park.

Access

Darling Point Ferry Wharf and Darling Point Road

Facilities

  • Manicured lawns
  • Public ferry wharf
  • Public toilets
  • Sandstone sculptures
  • Exotic garden

Canonbury Cottage is located in the park and is available for limited hire for private functions, champagne receptions and birthdays within the grounds.

Things to do

The park is a great place to

  • relax
  • have a picnic
  • take in the harbour view
  • view harbour activities
  • have your special ceremony or wedding

History

Discover the history of McKell Park and Canonbury cottage

Plan of management

The use of the park and its long term development is subject to the plan of management developed in conjunction with the local community. Download a copy of the McKell Park Plan of Management

Dogs

Dogs are prohibited at all times.

Permitted/prohibited activities

Weddings and private social events are restricted to less than 120 people.

No marquees or wedding arches are permitted in association with the use of the park.

The park is closed in the evenings except for New Years Eve celebrations.